By Usman Usman Garba In a grand and historic ceremony, Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, honored 35 distinguished indigenes whose outstanding contributions have left an indelible mark across various fields. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, Governor Yusuf described the event as “a night of pride, inspiration, and recognition,” celebrating the brilliance and achievements of Kano’s finest individuals. He noted that the prestigious gathering brought together dignitaries from diverse sectors, including military officers, academics, public servants, engineers, and business leaders. While non-political in nature,…
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By Ado Salisu Thirty-six states, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, are set to compete in the National School Swimming Championship, tagged “FISH,” scheduled to take place in Lagos. Organized by the Nigerian School Sports Federation (NSSF), the competition aims to revive the lost glory of school sports across the nation. In a statement released by the Secretary General of the NSSF, Dr. Oba Funsho Usman, the championship will be held at the National Stadium Swimming Pool in Surulere, Lagos, on February 13th and 14th, 2025. Usman explained that the event is designed to bring together young athletes from…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has congratulated Governor Mai Mala Buni on his emergence as the Chairman of the Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum. In a statement, the state NUJ chairman, Comrade Rajab Mohammed, described Buni’s appointment as a significant milestone for Yobe State, the Northeast region, and Nigeria as a whole. He expressed confidence that the governor’s leadership would bring about improved livelihoods for people in the region. “The governor’s leadership of the forum will contribute to transforming the Lake Chad Basin, fostering development, and enhancing security for…
By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Government, under the leadership of Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has allocated ₦205.94 billion to the education sector, representing 29% of the state’s total budget for 2025. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Planning and Budget, Alhaji Musa Shanono, during a press briefing on the breakdown of the 2025 budget. The budget was passed by the State House of Assembly on December 20, 2024, and signed into law by Governor Yusuf on December 31, 2024. The commissioner emphasized the governor’s commitment to revitalizing the education sector by injecting more resources to enhance…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Plateau State Command, has arrested four suspects and recovered over 10,000 stolen railway sleepers from different locations in the state. Parading the suspects at the command headquarters in Jos on Friday, Commandant Ishaku Musa said the arrests were made following a tip-off from the command’s Human Resource personnel. Acting on the intelligence, the anti-vandal squad raided Mai Rake Market in Bukuru, Jos South Local Government Area, on January 24, 2025, leading to the arrest of the suspects. The four suspects were identified as Abubakar Ibrahim (32), Shaibu Hamza…
By Rabiu Sanusi The National Coordinator of the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII), Dr. Dayo Adeyanju, on Saturday (yesterday) presented a co-creation intervention report to the Kano State government. The report is the outcome of a five-day workshop aimed at designing a context-specific intervention suite for Kano State under the MAMII program. It focuses on various thematic areas, identifying actions needed at the community level to improve financial and physical access to healthcare facilities and eliminate maternal mortality. Dr. Adeyanju emphasized that implementing the report’s recommendations and integrating them into the annual operational plan would help mobilize…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government, under Governor Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, has reaffirmed its commitment to developing youth and sports activities in the state. The Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Engr. Mustapha Muhammad, assured that the administration is determined to revive and renovate sports facilities to meet national standards. Speaking during an inspection of various facilities under his ministry, Engr. Muhammad emphasized that sports activities in the state would receive a significant boost. Accompanied by the Permanent Secretary, Muhammad Bello Yusuf, and several directors from the ministry, the commissioner first visited Giginya Memorial Stadium, where they…
By Abba Dukawa The Provost of Aminu Kano College of Islamic and Legal Studies (AKCIL), Professor Balarabe Abubakar Jikada, has announced a landmark achievement: the 100% accreditation of all programs by the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE). Speaking at a press briefing over the weekend, he described the accomplishment as a testament to the college’s unwavering commitment to excellence. Professor Jikada reiterated AKCIL’s dedication to producing well-trained teachers to serve at various levels of basic education. He also revealed that the college recently received provisional approval from the NCCE to introduce 21 new courses, bringing the total number…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Government has spent N120 billion on the education sector from May 2023 to date, according to the Deputy Governor, Faruk Lawal Jobe. Speaking to newsmen, Jobe stated that the funds were used for infrastructure development, provision of learning and teaching materials, and teacher training across primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions. Investments in Basic Education: Jobe highlighted that N9.1 billion was allocated for construction of 160 classrooms, 81 toilets, and 20 staff quarters. Rehabilitation of 258 classrooms. Provision of 612 teachers’ furniture sets and 14,602 two-seater desks for pupils. Under the Transforming Education…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing health education and prevention strategies aimed at reducing the burden of non-communicable diseases, lowering mortality rates, and preventing mother-to-child transmission of HIV. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, made this known when he received a delegation from the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), led by its Executive Vice President for Infectious Diseases, Dr. David Ripin, at his office in Abuja. Addressing the rising prevalence of diseases such as cancer, hypertension, and diabetes, Dr Salako emphasized the government’s shift toward a proactive…